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May 17, 2020

Governor Moves Beaver County to ‘Yellow’ Phase, Says Bernstine

ELLWOOD CITY, Beaver County – Citing a low caseload and flattening the curve, Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) issued the following statement regarding Gov. Tom Wolf’s announcement that Beaver County is one of 12 counties set to move into the “yellow” phase starting Friday, May 22, under his reopening plan. “The governor has heard your voices and finally reacted to safely reopen Beaver County. We have a lot of people who want to go back to work and they feel they can do it safely. They can make good judgments and make sure they are safe, and their customers are safe. “Instead of…

May 14, 2020

2020 Census Job Opportunities – Join the 2020 Census Team

The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting thousands of people across the country to work on the 2020 Census. The census invites anyone to apply, including: Retirees. College students. People who do not have a job and are looking for temporary employment. People already working who are looking for a second job. People available to work flexible hours, which can include days, evenings, and/or weekends. These positions provide an opportunity to earn extra income while helping the community. Pay rates vary depending on the applicant’s location. How to Apply Interested individuals can apply for a 2020 Census job by visiting 2020census.gov/jobs…

May 13, 2020

Riverside Class of 2020 Graduation Information

To the Parents/Guardians of the Graduates of the Class of 2020: We at Riverside would like to thank all parents and guardians for their continued support and flexibility during this unprecedented time in education.  While understanding that the teachers and administrators know that the solutions we have readily available for the upcoming senior activities are not ideal, the uncertainty of the ability to host several senior-oriented events still remains a priority of the district, and we are still within the tentative planning phases in the attempt to schedule the remaining high school activities.  Unfortunately, the decision to remove the restrictions…

May 11, 2020

NOTICE: Committee of a Whole Meeting To Be Held Remotely Monday

According to a public notice made available by the Borough of Ellwood City, the Committee of a Whole meeting for the Borough of will be held remotely Monday, May 11 at 6pm. To join the meeting via video, go to: www.zoom.us/j/7580620665 or to join by phone conferencing: Dial: 1-301-715-8592, enter Meeting ID: 7580620665, press #, there will be no password, press #. The borough has also held recent council meetings remotely amid the COVID-19 pandemic that has shuddered much business and government over the past several weeks including a March special meeting extending the Mayor’s Proclamation of the State of…

May 8, 2020

Mayor Court Commemorates May 8 as V-E Day

Mayor Anthony J. Court commemorates May 8 as V-E Day as the 75th anniversary of the end of the war in Europe as the Germans surrendered on May 8, 1945. Samuel Teolis, Life Chaplain on the Lawrence County Chapter 112 of the Disabled Veterans gave tribute to the 126 brave men who lost their lives for our freedom.  Samuel was in the Infantry as a private in the Third Army in Germany at the time in the battle of Central Europe. Mayor Anthony J. Court and Former Mayor Samuel Teolis observed “Victory In Europe Day” on the 75th anniversary commemorating…

May 7, 2020

Bernstine Bill to Address PA Nurse Shortage, Provide Support for Health Care Professionals

HARRISBURG – Marking National Nurses Day, Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) today introduced legislation that could expand the number of nursing education programs in Pennsylvania and help improve the quality of life for current nurses. Due to a discrepancy in Pennsylvania state licensure law, only regionally accredited education institutions can offer RN education programs. House Bill 2112 would clarify that applicants for licensure as a registered nurse (RN) or advanced practice nurse must have received education from an institution accredited by an agency approved by the U.S. Department of Education. This would include both national and regional accreditation agencies. “During the COVID-19 pandemic,…

May 7, 2020

Gov. Wolf Outlines Plans to Create Commonwealth Civilian Coronavirus Corps

As Pennsylvania plans to safely reopen the economy and recover from COVID-19, Governor Tom Wolf announced the creation of the Commonwealth Civilian Coronavirus Corps, a public service initiative that will support efforts this fall to increase testing and contact tracing and provide critical new job opportunities in the public health sector. “Our highest priority remains protecting public health and safety, but we must also look ahead to see how we can address future needs. To reopen our economy to its maximum potential, we will need to boost our ability to contain this highly transmissible virus,” Governor Wolf said. “The Commonwealth…

April 30, 2020

BC3 Lawrence Crossing Plans Virtual Open House

(New Castle, PA) BC3 @ Lawrence Crossing in May will hold a virtual open house intended to introduce prospective students to its 19 programs, its savings compared to Pennsylvania’s public four-year universities and BC3’s regionwide highest salary-to-cost ratio. BC3, ranked as the No. 1 community college in Pennsylvania for 2020 by BestColleges.com, will hold BC3 @ Lawrence Crossing’s virtual open house at 2 p.m. May 14. Prospective students can register for the event at bc3.edu/open-house. During the virtual open house, prospective students can ask BC3 representatives about financial aid, flexible course scheduling options, support services, student life, how 70 percent…

April 29, 2020

Damato Named A Finalist For Syed R. Ali-Zaidi Award for Academic Excellence

Slippery Rock University this week recognized students and faculty with Celebration of Achievement. Among those is Nikol Damato, a senior dual history and interdisciplinary programs major from Ellwood City. Highlighting the awards is the selection of SRU’s finalist for the Syed R. Ali-Zaidi Award for Academic Excellence, which is given to a graduating senior in Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education who exemplifies academic excellence and involvement. Damato was selected as the University’s nominee by SRU President William Behre. The winner will be selected by the board of governors later this year. Damato has already won a variety of scholarships…

April 27, 2020

Governor Wolf Announces May 1 Reopening of Limited Outdoor Rec, Including Golf

To ensure that Pennsylvanians have opportunities to safely enjoy outdoor recreation as a way to maintain positive physical and mental health, and in keeping with the commonwealth’s stay-at-home orders to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, Governor Tom Wolf today announced that the Wolf Administration is lifting some restrictions on businesses related to certain outdoor activities. Starting Friday, May 1, golf courses, marinas, guided fishing trips and privately owned campgrounds may reopen statewide and are required to follow updated life-sustaining business guidance and FAQ issued by the Wolf Administration to include specifics for how these outdoor recreational industries can resume activities while prioritizing public health…